stories of where God is working

I sat and listening to stories that kept shocking me. Have you ever been taken back by what you hear? It was that way for me sitting around that table with about 15 people who are my peers from various parts of the country.

They shared about broken homes and drug abuse. Some shared about being hurt by co-workers or by people that said they cared for them. Others seemed to have very little conflict but strong convictions. What held each of us together is our similar calling to pursue God and to serve others.

God is still calling people. That is people like you and me. People with a story often have an opportunity to impact the lives of people who have a story.

What I have to say is this, that God for His grace and mercy. Thank God for second chances. He is still in the business of taking what is broken and putting it back together again.

I wouldn’t believe some of those stories without experiencing a little of it myself. What I love is the fact that God has a plan, and He is working His plan for my good, and yours, and all for His glory.

Remember that. God is working. The point is always His glory and to impact the lives of the people around us. Nothing will stop the plan and purpose of God in our lives and in the people around us. Look where He is working.

Just remember.

Romans 8:28 NASB

And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

2 Corinthians 4:15 NASB

For all things are for your sakes, so that grace, having spread to more and more people, will cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God.

Take a few minutes today to slow down. Slow down and watch what you see God working. Watch who He is working in. Take note of how His grace is happening and His love is flowing. God is about His business, and praise to His name that we get to be part of His plan.

Where do you see God working today?

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